Soc 10-sporting Injuries Flashcards
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Concussions
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Headaches,speech slur,loss of co-ordination,weakness,balance or confusion
2
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Fracture
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A fracture is a broken or cracked bone Compound fracture Stress fracture Simple fracture In closed fracture
3
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Dislocations
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When a bone or joint is forced out
4
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Torn cartilage
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Cartilage is a firm elastic substance to stop the bones rubbing.
5
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Sprains
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A sprain is a damaged ligament
6
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Soft tissue injury
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Joints where two or more bones meet.Particular prone injury because movement can pull or tear ligaments and tendons.
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Strains
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A strain is a twist,pull or tear
8
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Abrasions
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A burn or friction of the skin on a rough surface